Planning a wedding is every little girl’s dream, from designing the perfect dress to locating the right venue, who to invite, and so much more. Although before all of that, one of the most exciting things the bride-to-be looks forward to is her bachelorette party! It is an opportunity for her to let loose and have fun with her crew before setting off into married life. Maybe even throw in a luxury rental to amp up the experience. It takes so much planning to make sure that the bride and her besties will have one unforgettable night to themselves. You can also book a hotel with free parking for less hassle and get ready for the party of a lifetime. So, in order to save you the trouble, if you’re planning to have your bachelorette party in Austin, Texas, we’ve come up with a list of exciting ideas that’ll make sure that you and your friends will end your single life with a bang. Check out these bachelorette party ideas in Austin, Texas.
1. Listen to live music in a live music crawl (from USD 85.0)
Did you know Austin has more than 270 live music venues? A bachelorette trip in Austin, Texas, needs to include live music! Explore the vibrant live music scene in Austin in this three-hour live music crawl to see some of the iconic clubs and trendy venues in the city. Learn more about the history of live music in Austin and know which clubs and performers are on the rise. You’ll be stopping by three clubs and venues and listening to amazing live music.
Austin Live Music Tour
Duration: 3 hours
2. Go on a walking food tour (from USD 99.0)
If you and your party are foodies, a food tour will fit in extremely well in your Austin bachelorette itinerary. Your guide will lead you through the tour and share anecdotes about the city. Explore downtown Austin’s best food stops in this 3.30-hour walking food tour including juicy barbecue briskets, Austin-style breakfast tacos, Italian Cannoli, pork soup dumplings, and a monster cookie for dessert! For drinks, enjoy a refreshing specialty iced coffee. There’s even a secret dish involved, which you’ll get to enjoy at the end of the tour.
Downtown Austin Food Tour with Private Tour Upgrade Option
Duration: 3 hours
3. Make Casa Cartel your basecamp
Casa Cartel was built in the 1970s by Abraham Kennedy and remodelled over a 20-month period in 2017-2018; it is one of the most awe-inspiring and the largest of the many splendid villas in East Austin. Sleeping up to 16 in 5 bedrooms, with 3 bathrooms, this stylishly furnished boutique property would be a good choice for a large group – including children – to celebrate a big occasion. Living spaces are grandly comfortable with bespoke furnishings and decorative pieces crafted in Mexico; the walls covered in pretty murals, alongside mesmerising chandeliers, gilded mirrors and geometric Mexican tiles - all provide splashes of vibrant colour against a white-washed backdrop. At guests’ disposal are a cosy living room flanked by a stone fireplace, outdoor pool and a spacious garden that work well for social occasions.
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4. Take a shot at JuiceLand
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Start your bachelorette weekend in Austin with a boost of vitamins and energy by having JuiceLand’s famous shots! These shots are supposed to boost your immune system, cleanse your body, and give you that extra dose of energy to get you through the kick-ass day that you’re going to have with your crew. Take the Guayusa Shot for the clean energy you’ll need, or have the Hot Shot, which is mixed with a variety of fruits and spices that will surely rejuvenate your body and keep your body going throughout the day.
JuiceLand
Address: Lakeway, 2422 Ranch RD. 620, Austin, Texas
Website: JuiceLand
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 7am - 9pm; Sun: 8am - 9pm
5. Explore the streets of downtown Austin on a Pubcrawler of Austin tour
Pubcrawler of Austin is definitely a must-try experience, for those unfamiliar with the area, because you go on a pedal-powered vehicle that accommodates 15 people, and goes around downtown Austin. The tour allows you to visit some of Austin’s historical sites, such as the warehouse district and Texas’ State Capitol building. Not to mention, the tour also brings you and your friends to the most popular bars and food stops in downtown Austin. There will be a lot of sites where you and your girls can take lots of pictures to remember by and have loads of fun while you’re at it!
Pubcrawler of Austin
Address: 508 Wash St., Austin TX
Website: Pubcrawler of Austin
Opening hours: Sun - Thur: 11am - 10pm; Fri: 11am - 10:30pm; Sat: 10am - 11pm
6. Have a light lunch at Koriente
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As a pitstop for your crew, eat a healthy and light lunch at Koriente. They serve healthy Asian food, which is perfect for you and your friends who might be watching what they eat so that they can look beautiful and amazing during your wedding day. Most of the dishes are low on oil and sugar, and they even have a gluten-free section for those with a wheat allergy. Have the Miso Honey-Glazed Mahi Mahi for a flavor-rich meal, or get the Lemon Pepper Papaya Salad for a lighter vegetarian option.
Koriente
Address: 621 E 7th St., Austin, TX, 78701
Website: Koriente
Opening hours: Sun - Fri: 11am - 9.30pm; Sat: 1pm - 9.30pm
7. Satisfy your sweet tooth at Gourdough’s
If you and your friends are craving something sweet after a meal, head on over to Gourdough’s for some of the best doughnuts you’ll ever taste! Famous for their huge doughnuts covered with the most creative ingredients and mixes, Gordough’s doughnuts are a mouth-watering and sinful dessert. Try the Black Out, which has brownie batter, fudge icing, and chocolate covered brownie bites, for something really sweet, or the Fat Elvis, which has grilled bananas, bacon, peanut butter icing, and honey, if you want something more savory. Either way, you can’t go wrong with choosing any of the items on the menu here!
Gourdough’s
Address: 1503 S 1st St., Austin, TX 78704
Website: Gourdough’s
Opening hours: Mon - Thur: 11am - 12am; Fri: 10am - 2am
8. Attend a karaoke night at Ego's
Release the inner diva in you and sing your heart out at Ego’s Karaoke! Have each of your friends go up on stage and jam the night away with all your favorite songs together, or have them sing one by one dedicated to you! Who cares if you’re making fools out of yourselves, as long as you’re all having fun and having the night of your life? You’re sure to have lots of tears and laughter with your friends, at Ego’s.
Ego's Karaoke
Address: 510 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Website: Ego’s Karaoke
Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 11am - 2am; Sun: 12pm - 2am
9. Go for a full-body workout at Barre Code
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Grab your sweats and sneakers and go on a killer work out with your bride tribe! It doesn’t matter what shape or fitness level you’re in because, with Barre Code’s signature workout that focuses on cardio, strength training, and restoration, you’ll surely feel like a warrior princess afterward. You and your friends are definitely going to feel sexy and ready to put on your wedding dresses after this!
Barre Code
Address: 2300 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Website: Barre Code
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 5.30am - 8pm; Sat: 8:30 - 11am; Sun: 10am - 1pm
10. Groove to live music at The White Horse Saloon
Wear your dancing shoes and head over to The White Horse Saloon for a night of live music and a lot of dancing! It’ll be loads of fun dancing with your girlfriends and seeing them bust out their dance moves as the crowd cheers on and the band keeps playing all night long. Don’t be scared if you don’t think you can dance, as The White Horse Saloon provides dance lessons throughout the week, and they also have designated dance partners to get you up to step to the music playing. You’ll probably need your friends to carry you home after with all the jumping and dancing you’ll be doing throughout the night!
The White Horse Saloon
Address: 500 Comal St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Website: The White Horse Saloon
Opening hours: Mon - Sun: 3pm - 2am
11. Shop local at Take Heart Shop
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Drop by Take Heart Shop and browse through the unique and thoughtfully designed objects that are made especially for the home and the individual. Take Heart Shop proudly showcases crafts made by local artists and designers that put life into your household. By purchasing from their store, you’ll be supporting the local craft makers and bring home something special for yourself. Maybe your friends can even find something for you that they can put on your wedding registry.
Shop at Take Heart
Address: 1211 E 11th St., Suite 100, Austin, Texas 78702
Website: Shop at Take Heart
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 11am - 6pm; Sat: 10am - 6pm; Sun: 10am - 5pm
12. Cool off at Barton Springs Pool
Take a dip and relax at Barton Springs Pool, considered to be one of Austin’s crowned Jewels. The pool is filled entirely with water from nearby natural springs and is an ideal place for all-year-round swimming. You can have a picnic under the shade of trees beside the pool, or you and the girls can just chill and sunbathe. After a tiresome day of activities and just before the hectic wedding day comes, nothing beats some rest and relaxation by the pool with your closest friends.
Barton Springs Pool
Address: 2131 William Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78746, USA
Website: Barton Springs Pool
Opening hours: Mon - Sun: 5am - 10pm
Price: Resident: 5 USD; Non-Resident: 9 USD
13. Enjoy paddleboarding or kayaking on Lady Bird Lake (from USD 57.0)
Turn your bachelorette party into a nature adventure by going to Lady Bird Lake and renting paddleboards for you and the girls! Enjoy the scenic view of Austin as you go through the river that cuts across the city. Surrounded by greenery and the sounds of wildlife around you, it’ll be an unforgettable moment for you and your friends where you can have some alone time with them, either in silence just to admire the scenery, or to have those private discussions just between you girls. There’s nothing compared to being surrounded by friends that you love, and the beauty of nature all around you.
Small-Group Lady Bird Lake Kayak Tour in Austin
Duration: 2 hours
Unforgettable day with the girls
As much attention is given to the bride throughout the entire wedding festivities, there has to be a special mention of the bridesmaids and girlfriends of the bride. They are the bride’s support system, diaries, and partners-in-crime, her entire life, and the bachelorette party is as much the bride’s as their day as well, to celebrate the friendships and all the memories you’ve made with one another. So when you’re planning how your bachelorette party’s going to go, make sure that you have them in mind and that they’re having fun as well!
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